The Y-bridge will be open starting tonight for pedestrians and traffic. It will be available for use by those who gather downtown to watch the fireworks tomorrow night at dusk. According to Steve Smith, construction area engineer of the Y-Bridge, there is still more work to be done on the bridge, part of the sidewalk will be closed, however, traffic will be maintained and it will not affect those who come to the bridge to see the fireworks display.
Two men charged with arson and causing 80-thousand dollars damage to a Coshocton home have pleaded not guilty in Coshocton county common pleas court. Todd Boyes and his father, Robert Boyes entered their pleas this week. Both men are also being questioned in the death of Benjamin Thompson. Thompson was found stabbed to death outside Alexandria and was supposed to be a key witness in the arson case.
Many men and women risk ther lives to serve the residents of Zanesville. 24 hours a day....7 days a week. The Zanesville Fire and Police Departments and the Muskingum County Sheriff's Office respond in our time of need. Sometimes, unfortunately they loose their lives while trying to protect ours. To honor those who did not make it home at the end of the day, on resident has planned an "Our Fallen Gaurdian" monument to be located in the downtown area. The monument which will be erected in...
It’s summertime again, and the scorching temperatures this week are bringing uncomfortable conditions for everyone, as well as higher electric bills. Since it doesn’t look like it’s going to cool down anytime soon, American Electric Power has come up with tips for conserving energy, and some practices that can help hold down the cost of staying cool. Senior Director of Corporate Communications of AEP, Carmen Prati says keep your thermostat at 78 or 80 degrees, close your drapes, and blinds to...
22-year-old Lance A. Smith II pleaded guilty to one count of wreckless homicide in Muskingum County Court Monday. Smith was accused of accidentally shooting and killing his friend, Chad Kennedy at his home at 807 Luck Ave. In March of this year. According to County Prosecutor, Mike Haddox, Smith originally said Kennedy accidentally shot himself, but after further investigation it was found that Smith accidentally shot Kennedy in the head with a .38 caliber semi-automatic pistol. The shooting...
Charges stemming from methamphetamine busts earlier this year resulted in a guilty plea Monday in Muskingum County Court. According to County Prosecutor, Mike Haddox, 43-year-old Larry W. Colebank of Frazeysburg pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated trafficking in methamphetamine, one count aggravated posession of methamphetamine, two counts of aggravated posession of liquid morphine and two counts of aggravated posession of oxycodone. According to Haddox, Colebank's arrest resulted in...
Muskingum County Law Enforcement find $75,000 in drugs, now two people are behind bars. 34-year-old Theophilus Nile Jr., originally of California and 28-year-old Tuesday Perry of Zanesville were formally charged today after a weekend drug raid. According to the Sheriff's Department, law enforcement confiscated one kilo of cocaine and over 5 pounds of marijuana at 803 1/2 Locust Ave. Using search warrants, the Sheriff's Office Drug Unit along with members of the Ohio Organized Crime Package...
A newly opened business in Muskingum County will start scooping it up and dishing it out to travelers and area residents. Earlier today, a ribbon cutting ceremony marked the grand opening of a Tastee Freez located at the Airport Interchange on the East Pike. Owners Kevin Coveney and his wife Pam, who also have the Denny's restaurant next door, thought that the aiport exchange was an ideal location for the dessert franchise. Along with Denny's, the Tastee Freez Ice Cream Shop joins other food...
Over the weekend, the Muskingum County Sheriff's Department confiscated more than 75 thousand dollars worth of drugs at 803 1/2 Locust Avenue. Using search warrants, the Sheriff's Office Drug Unit along with members of the Ohio Organized Crime Package Task Force and the U.S. Postal Service were able to confiscate one kilo of cocaine and over five pounds of marijuana. Authorities also impounded several vehicles from the scene. According to the Sheriff's Separtment, today formal charges were...
Only a few days are left to set your plans for 4th of July celebrations. The Zanesville Jaycee's has been getting ready for the national observance, as they are preparing for the "Stars and Stripes on the River." Stephen Vincent a pyrotechics exhibitor said, "they have about 2,000 fireworks that are to be set off for the big event. He also added, "that the festivities are to set off about dusk, and to make sure you get there early enough to get a seat." The best spots to get are down in the...
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